Doctor Big Papi!

Retired and esteemed Red Sox slugger David Ortiz accepted his 1st honorary degree and delivered the commencement address to graduates of a Rhode Island technical college over the weekend.

David Ortiz (AKA)-Big Papi was introduced as ‘‘Doctor David Ortiz’’ before speaking at the New England Institute of Technology’s 76th commencement.

The college presented Big Papi with a doctor of humane letters in recognition of his leadership and work to help children in New England and the Dominican Republic who face significant health challenges.

Ortiz joined the Red Sox ahead in 2003 season and retired last fall in 2016.

Photo below was from a ceremony honoring Big Papi with a Bridge and a street with his name

David Ortiz #34 of the Boston Red Sox stands with Governor of Massachusetts Charlie Baker, right, Mayor of Boston Marty Walsh, second from left, and Speaker of the Massachusetts House Robert A. DeLeo, left, during the pregame ceremony to honor his retirement and announce the naming of a street and a bridge that will be named in honor of the charasmatic star player and human being.